I really enjoyed the food here even with the cafeteria style ordering and seating unfortunately when I go out to eat I want to order from my table. Incredible location and building with an outside area. read more

I've eaten here about 5 times and each time I hear the chef verbally abusing his staff!!!! The food is great, servers are so friendly. I've came a few times for brunch everything was perfect but the servers and cooks are constantly getting screamed at while they are very busy. Somebody needs to humble that chef. Unprofessional I will not support toxic business any longer. Do not eat here unless you want to hear constant screaming. Disgusting. read more

Lauren is the man! I mean woman!! Alani is also pretty damn awesome. Sit at the bar and you can order instead of waiting in line. Also make sure you let the hostess know where you are at to not get missed when they call your name. This place is the best!! Order the chilaquiles and pancakes are fantastic! read more

The Monica - Pesto sandwich! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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The Monica had good food, good service, and a good atmosphere. You grab a menu as you walk in, order your food at the counter and pay, and then they will bring your food to your table based on a number. The portions were plenty for each person, and the food all came out delicious for my party. Would recommend the Monica looking for a good spot to eat with a group of people. read more

The latest Barrio Bread × El Charro collab is here and it's great! Delicious food, a spacious interior, outdoor seating, and trendy decor make this a great spot. We got the chicken pesto sandwich and a pantry pizza. The portion size was good and everything was tasty. Service was fast too! This already seems to be a huge hit with the lunch crowd who works around here and it's easy to see why. It's an excellent addition to downtown Tucson! read more

We liked the open indoor/outdoor feel and seating options. Fast casual with self-serve soft drinks (eww), ice cold draft beers. We split the burger on grilled onion focaccia with rosemary fries. All delicious. We'll be back again and gain. Thanks read more

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So, this is the new buzz on the Tucson food scene. I have found myself going back every other day now. I just can't get enough. Each time I go, I get something different expecting something to not meet expectation. So far, everything hits the exceed button. From the crispy pizzas, braised rib, salmon citron, mini chimis, and that unbelievable hamburger, my mind has been blown. The open spaces, indoors and out, are just stunning. Great for families, as tonight we were a party of 17 people with ages from 2 to 88. You can even bring a dog if you are dining outside. If you haven't been yet, go with an open mind and an empty stomach. Buen provecho!!!!! read more

Found a hair in my salsa smh Thanks el charro i appreciate it (The monica) read more

Rude bartender. Sat down and no acknowledgement for over 5 minutes. Only two other guests in the place. Awful. 2pm not the busy

We were told that they do not accept reservations for large groups, then we showed up all the tables were re

Had a roast beef au jus sandwich which was tough like shoe leather. Other things ordered were good. It's a cool place. Employees very pleasant. read more

Very good food, really good ingredients and combinations everything goes well together. We enjoyed the ambiance, it was a wonderful afternoon! Did not give 5 stars for the following observation, a kid was wiping out tables and chairs with same cloth and not rinsing it or adding any type of disinfectant, not sure what health department recommends, but it does not seem right especially in a restaurant with so many visitors. Next visit I am bringing my disinfectant wipes LOL! read more

I went to the Monica for a nice dinner with my friends the other night and I can't say I wasn't disappointed in certain aspects. Firstly, we were a party of 9 so I was hoping we could grab a table reserved for us on a busy Saturday night, but they only take reservations (they call them banquets I on their website) for parties of more than 10. When we were finally seated, we didn't understand how to order because we didn't see any waiters going to tables taking orders, and one of the employees thankfully saw our confusion and gave us instructions. I just wish they were more clear or told us when we were seated. The wait for the food wasn't bad, but the food itself wasn't anything to brag about. I ordered the La Monica with chicken and the fries were very small, thin and bland, and the gravy actually took away from the flavor of the dish so I decided to scrape it off. I also ordered a prickly pear mimosa which was the best thing I had that night! I was interested in getting some of their desserts but they were more of a grab n go rather than prepared in the kitchen. However I do think they are fairly priced for the size and quality. Some praise I do have is the vibe they created, which is pretty hip and lively at nighttime! I love the atmosphere they create at night with the lights and the open outdoor patio. I know they are new and have much room to grow, so I can't wait to return in a couple months to see how they improve! read more

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This place is a visually appealing addition to downtown. The food is bland and pricey. I had the short rib and suspect that it had no seasoning beyond salt. The potatoes were instant, the spinach was flavorless, and the rice was blah. I hope the food improves. read more

Amazing food, ambiance, decor and staff! Definitely recommend the brussel sprouts with carne seca and the pizza with honey! Yum! Great place for date night, night out with friends, birthday celebration or cozy night with s'mores by the fire. read more

Walked in and welcomed by the friendly cashier. Ordered spicy chicken sandwich & it was amazing. The fries were so good too. First time here and will remember to always make this place a stop when I'm in town. read more

Amazing place and very great vibe. Would love to see how this place is during the after work hours!

It's a beautiful place. Food isn't good. Ice coffee was nothing but milk. Specially for the price. As far as service ordering is annoying. You have to go up and order and refill your own drink. read more

Great atmosphere. Great staff. Food? Not so great. They managed to mess up a salad topped with chicken. It's a good place to have drinks, watch sports and people watch. Just make sure you have dinner reservations somewhere else. read more

Alyssa is amazing! Wow, the attentiveness, the all round service. She made me feel like apart of the family. I cannot wait to comeback with some more friends! Thank you for this experience read more

Excellent breakfast. Very popular place . He server Steve was really polite Will definitely be back soon :)

Fantastic location, within walking distance of The Fox, The Rialto and Club Congress. The food is good and surprisingly eclectic. The cafeteria style order system lets you view all the options. read more

The food was really great! Ambience was really nice especially for the holidays. Drinks were delicious as well. Highly recommend the pizza and the burgers, prosciutto appetizer is divin! read more

Great food, great service, great christmas vibes! Drinks were delicious, recommend the pizza, short rib, pretzels with cheese.

Fun spot to enjoy brunch. Good food and tasty mimosas. Really nice vibes/ambiance more modern than most Tucson spots.

I would be hard pressed to eat here again, which is sad because I love the atmosphere and the location - especially when we go to The Fox Theater. We went on a Saturday night a couple of weeks ago. You have to order at the counter. We ordered meals instead of doing the pantry items so I can't speak about the pantry items. I ordered the salmon. It was nothing special. I expected more - especially for paying $30+ for a meal and a drink at a place that does counter service. I expected the food to be prepared well and have large portions. Disappointingly, the portions were small. The salmon was dry and one of the fishier tasting ones I've had. It came with rice and mashed potatoes. The sides were small. The rice was nothing special. It was overly chewy and flavorless. The mashed potatoes, however, were very good but they just didn't save the dish for me. None of the food was hot. It was like it had sat around for several minutes before being brought to the table. The food was dropped off at our table by servers who didn't even smile at us or greet us. These types of things could be expected for a counter service restaurant but not at these prices. Drinks and refills were self-service. Again, fine for counter service but not for a place that charges these prices and asks for tips when you pay your bill. The Monica advertises itself having food 'made with love'. I would say the love was lacking the night I went. read more

Great atmosphere, and I'm so happy to see downtown filling in with hip new places instead of empty storefronts. Got the Jules burger which is 70% beef and 30% shiitake mushroom! So delicious. It was served on fluffy focaccia bread and came with fries. The fries were interesting-- super, super crispy and tossed in herbs. My only issue with them is that 70% of them were tiny little sections of fry, like an inch or less. The house red wine was very mediocre and the wine list in general is not very interesting. The signature cocktails looked good so I'll try that next time. Such a great place to sit outside in the late fall, winter, spring. read more

My husband and I ate here for the first time and it was just okay. The main thing we loved about this place was sitting outside under the lights. We waited in a very long line to get our food. My husband ordered the prime rib and I ordered a hamburger. The hamburger was pretty good. It was flavorful and a little different than a normal burger, but the prime rib my husband ordered was SO tough that he was literally sawing through it with a steak knife! I brought it up to the cashier since there wasn't really anyone else to speak with, and the apologized but didn't offer to replace it for something else or anything. He just said he would "let the cook know". It was disappointing because the meal was pretty expensive and we were visiting Tucson for our anniversary and we could have gone to so many other restaurants, but chose this one. We don't mind paying for a nice meal when the food is good. read more

We were staying in Tucson for a night and stumbled upon here. Everything we got was AMAZING. If you're considering going here, do not walk, RUN there. read more

Overrated! Chill vibe. Decent food. Service is lacking! I was seated outside and asked to be moved one table over "inside" and was told the table was reserved. The table beside me sat "reserved" and unused until closing. Really poor customer service to deny a current customer for a potential customer. I eat out 3-4 times a week so if it's a matter of being shorthanded then say that but that was not the case. We really hoped for a better experience. read more

A new favorite. This place ticks all my boxes. One of the few places with keto options, as well as grass fed beef. Got the keto burger and it was delicious, as well as their house slaw. They did drop my ticket when I checked on the progress of my order after 20 minutes, but the manger came over to apologize and comp my lunch. In an era severely lacking in customer service, this alone warmed my heart. Other than that hiccup, meals come out pretty quick. Will probably go back tomorrow again for lunch, and try their other keto friendly options.....though that burger was really good. read more

Horrible experience. Had a meal there in early November which I paid for with my debit card. Since then they have charged me 2 more times for this meal. I've paid for my meal 3 times. Every time I scan my checking account The Monica has deducted it again! I talked with the manager who was extremely rude with me and told me it was a "point of sale" issue which he hadn't resolved. He told me he would call me when it was fixed. That was 10 days ago and he still has not called me back. My bank opened up an investigation and as of today am taking it to small claims court to refund my money. Terrible experience with rude manager and staff. read more

Such a cute place with a great atmosphere! I came with my husband and loved the live music, the drinks were amazing. We also tried some iced coffees and those were incredible! We ordered some cakes and the baker, Lori came out to greet us and see how we were doing. It was so nice to be treated so well by her, she was very attentive and cared about our orders and made sure they were made correctly and made any corrections that were necessary. The bartenders did forget to bring us a drink at one point and gave a bit of attitude but Lori made sure to ask that they remade it (since it had been sitting out) and brought it out to us. Thank you Lori for such a nice experience! Can't wait to come back! read more

Lovely adapted reuse site Lovely cocktail menu and service Delicious food Fun part of town read more

The place is pleasantly decorated and symmetry is right on point! Atmosphere is relaxing and fresh. Staff are very helpful and friendly. Food was delicious, fresh, tasty and so beautiful! I had the best time there and I will be going back soon to order other items! Great job! read more

Love the food, drinks, and atmosphere here but most of all the service! Everyone who works here is so nice and attentive. Highly recommend going for weekend brunch. read more

I just came to the Monica for a late lunch, got my order of tenders and fries and it was dry and hard. They made a new one and was just the same. It literally took an hour just for tenders and fries and left with a stomach ache. Dulce read more

Love the food and atmosphere! Ordered the pancakes and French Toast. Both were so great! Spent time inside and in the courtyard. Both seating areas were comfortable and had couches. read more

The Monica - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

I've been to the Monica a handful of times and have had a wonderful experience each time! The food is great, the decor is beautiful, and the customer service has been awesome. One thing I really love about the Monica are the desserts. I recently took a cafe de olla tiramisu to go, and it was sooo good! My compliments to the pastry chef Lori, she does a wonderful job! I'll definitely be back again soon! read more

Absolutely love this spot. Great food and service. Perfect for doing work, coffee with friends, nice dinner, drink at the bar. There's a little bit of everything!! read more